List the signs and symptoms of epistaxis and the appropriate treatment for this condition
What will be an ideal response?
Signs and symptoms:
• Nasal bleeding
• Bright red color—anterior nosebleed
• Dark red color—posterior nosebleed
Treatment:
• Personal protective equipment
• Position patient upright
• Maintain airway
• Suction blood from mouth if necessary
• Have patient tilt head slightly forward
• Apply direct pressure by pinching lower part of nose for 10–20 minutes
• Have patient breathe through mouth
• Place ice pack over bridge of nose
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